With NI's history of 'parades and protest' and the diverse groups involved he says his decision provides 'clarity and consistency'
Police chief Jon Boutcher has decided to double down on his predecessor's 2023 decision to ban PSNI officers from parading in uniform at Pride.
Police insisted at the time the theme was nothing to do the decision, which came after critic claimed officers attending in uniform was an official endorsement of gay rights campaigns. The ban was largely supported by unionists with LGBT+ support groups speaking out against it. "Parades and protest have a unique historical context in Northern Ireland that is well known to everyone. The number of parades, and diverse groups involved within that unique Northern Ireland context, has led me to come to a decision that provides clarity and consistency about the involvement of police officers wearing uniform participating in such parades.
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